Fonda man charged in domestic assault

By: Matt Scher, [email protected]

Fonda, IA – A Fonda man has been charged in connection with a domestic assault.

The incident occurred on Feb. 1 at approximately 9:13 p.m. when a call came into the Pocahontas County Sheriff’s Office about an incident in an apartment at 304 Fairburn St. in Fonda.

As a result of the investigation conducted by deputies, 22-year-old Joshua Sheffield of Fonda was placed under arrest and charged with Domestic Abuse Assault 1st Offense, a simple misdemeanor and Child Endangerment, an aggravated misdemeanor. Sheffield was transported to the Pocahontas County Jail to await his initial appearance before a judge.

The Pocahontas County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Pocahontas Police Department.